Archive · 21 Aug 2025
Kristian Nairn Withdraws From 'Strictly' on Medical Grounds
Kristian Nairn, the actor from 'Game of Thrones' (Hodor), was supposed to be on the UK show 'Strictly Come Dancing'.
Unfortunately, he had to quit the show before it even started because he had a health issue.
The show's people are sad he can't dance.
He is also in other shows and is a DJ, they all wish him to get better quickly.
Kristian Nairn withdrew from 'Strictly Come Dancing' due to medical reasons.
Nairn was cast in the show, but withdrew before it began.
He is known for his role as Hodor in 'Game of Thrones'.
The show's executive producer expressed disappointment and wished him well.
Nairn also stars in 'Our Flag Means Death' and works as a house DJ.
- Who
- Kristian Nairn, actor from 'Game of Thrones', and Sarah James, the executive producer of Strictly Come Dancing.
- What
- Kristian Nairn withdrew from 'Strictly Come Dancing'.
- When
- Before the start of the dance show.
- Where
- The UK, where 'Strictly Come Dancing' is filmed.
- Why
- Nairn withdrew due to unexpected medical reasons.
- Event
- Kristian Nairn's withdrawal from 'Strictly Come Dancing'
- Actor
- Kristian Nairn
- TV Show
- 'Strictly Come Dancing'
- Reason for Withdrawal
- Medical reasons
- Previous Role
- Hodor in 'Game of Thrones'
- Other Role
- Wee John Feeney in 'Our Flag Means Death'